Herlington Pre-School

Highlights from Latest Inspection

Summary of key findings for parents

This provision is good • Children form strong attachments with their key person. Staff are kind, caring and interested in what children say and do.

Children are happy, settled and enjoy their time in the pre-school. • Staff know the children well and demonstrate good knowledge of their individual personalities. Good-quality observations and accurate assessments help staff to plan interesting and motivating activities that children enjoy.

• Staff support children with special educational needs and/or disabilities very well. They ensure they forge effective links with other professionals to fully support children's welfare and all-round development. • Relationships with pa...rents are strong and support a shared approach to children's learning.

Staff communicate regularly with them about their children's progress. Parents are very complimentary about the care and attention the staff show their children and the support they receive. • Children have excellent opportunities to develop and nurture their physical abilities through a range of challenging activities and play equipment in the garden.

• Managers have a clear overview of the progress that different groups of children are making. They regularly review the information and identify any areas for improvement that will help to continually strengthen children's progress and achievement. • Occasionally, staff overlook opportunities to challenge and extend the learning of the eldest children in activities.